Monday, January 28, 2019

Day of visiting, Happy Birthday Riley.....



Our Location:  BLM Plomosa Road, Quartzsite, AZ


I think the good night’s sleeps are becoming a habit and I’m enjoying them greatly. It makes me think perhaps I’ve solved the insomnia issue. Keeping my fingers crossed. Of course it’s also very quiet here where we’re located. I think I could hear the breeze through the coyote’s fur coat as he passes by if I listened hard enough.
 
I love the antlers.
 
We were undecided about what to do today but a quick text message remedied that. A quick text to Patsy (Chillin’ with Patsy) and we had a drop by time of around 11 am. We headed out the door around 10 am as we had things to do before dropping  by the Suites. A stop at the transfer station, then on to fill water jugs, a propane tank to fill too, and then we checked out a vendor for firewood but he had only scraps left and $17 for a bundle was too much for slivers even if it was hardwood. After that we were heading south along AZ 95 toward La Posa South. 
 
L to R: Tom's friend, Tom, wife of Tom's friend, Suzie. I have no idea where George went, he had been standing beside Tom's friend. So unfortunately I have no pictures of George today.
 
Just around the 11 AM mark we pulled into find our friend Patsy with a smile on her face and a twinkle in her eye. I think she may have been happy to see us. Soon Bill (On our way) arrived as well, and after hugs we had a very nice visit. Such a very sweet couple, warm and friendly, lots of laughs and some interesting conversation. 

Bill, Patsy, Rob and Pat.
 
Soon we noticed a fella wandering over in a nice tye dye shirt and a big 10 gallon hat, sure enough George ( Our Awesome Adventure) came strolling over. Some more chin flapping and then Miss Suzie came along as well. From there Rob and Pat (Patsy and Bill’s traveling companions this year) came along and we realized we have a little in common with those folks too. Soon Deb and Tom ( Celebrating the Dance) stepped out of the Stinger B to join our little chattering circle of folks. Shortly there after friends of Deb & Tom’s showed up for a visit, and I can’t recall their names, sorry folks. Shortly after that the party broke up a bit and we grabbed our chairs and had us a quick sit down with George and Suzie back at their motor home. 

Patsy, Rob, Pat and Deb
 
Soon we said our goodbyes, hugs and see you again, safe travel etc all around. Nice folks, we enjoyed our visit. Next time perhaps we’ll get a chance to sit down with Deb & Tom as well. Although I’m not sure we’ll be in the area long enough for it to be this time.
 
Beginning of sunset.

 Back home Riley and I enjoyed a lazy lunch and spent the remainder of the day doing a few little puttering things. We did truly enjoy our visit with the folks at La Posa South even though it was a quick one. Another time we’ll manage a visit of a bit longer duration I hope but maybe not until next year. I think everyone is soon going to scatter like the sands in a windstorm.  

The middle of sunset.
 
A call to my dad to see how things are going. Sister Jan has bronchitis but seems to be feeling a bit better now. Hopefully they get rid of the flu bug and get over all of this sick stuff before long. A call from daughter Courtney as well tonight to chat with her sister Riley and of course me for a bit. An interesting note as I look out the window tonight. We can see Quartzsite now off in the distance and before we couldn't see it there were too many rigs blocking our view. They have been leaving fast and furious for the last number of days and there are now big open space that before held hundreds of rigs.
 
Sunset at it's finest moment tonight.
 
A happy birthday to Riley. She is has reached the ripe old age of 27 years old today. Riley is a wonderful traveling companion and I’m very fortunate to have her with me. She is a sweet young lady with a big heart. I love her dearly. Happy Birthday Magoo.
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Thanks for stopping by, I hope you  had an excellent day where ever you may be and whatever you may have been doing.

Until next time… take care, be safe,

Deb



 

23 comments:

  1. Happy, Happy Birthday Riley! Wish we would have known when you were here.
    It was so nice to see you two even for the short visit. We wish we would have had more time for a sit down visit, also. Hopefully we will get the opportunity soon. (I still have those books. I cannot believe I forgot to bring them over.)
    Nice pictures.
    Take care and enjoy your quiet place.

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    1. One more thing since we did not know when you were here today, Riley. Tom and I are sending virtual Birthday (((hugs)))!

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    2. Thank you very much (from Riley). We too wish we had more time to visit but didn't want to overstay our welcome over the lunch hour. Perhaps we can work something out before we both leave the area.

      Take care, be safe,
      Deb

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    3. That would be great if we could work something out and spend a little more time visiting. You have my number just text me if you have some free time. Tom and I would even enjoy coming in search of your spot. (Getting a little lost out there does not scare us...lol) Enjoy the quiet.

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    4. I'll text you tomorrow and maybe we can work something out.

      Deb

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  2. Happy Birthday Riley!! I, too, wish we'd known that it was your special day. I'm sure you were trying to keep a low key but we could have sang to you at least! (aren't you glad now!!)
    It was great to see you both today, enjoyed your visit very much catching up. Thank you for the grapefruit (I guess I should share! ha ha ) and the books that I did keep.
    Travel safe and enjoy the rest of your winter!
    Beautiful sunset photos.

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    1. Thank you very much Patsy. I was trying to keep it low key and while I'm sure the singing would have been nice, I'm glad we didn't have a sing along. Riley.
      WE too enjoyed our visit very much. Always nice to see you and Bill and of course Clemson too. I remember you picking single ones from the tree at Pilot Knob or at least I think it was there. Since I had a few dozen I thought I'd share.

      Take care, be safe,
      Deb

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  3. Happy Birthday Riley!!! It was great to see you both today. Take care and safe travels.

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    1. Thank you Bill. (from Riley)
      It was nice to see you folks today as well. Continued safe travels to you, Patsy and Clem!

      Take care, be safe,
      Deb

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  4. Happy Birthday Riley. Hoping you had a wonderful day.
    One of these days.
    Be Safe and Enjoy!

    It's about time.

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    1. Thanks Rick. (from Riley)
      We did indeed enjoy our day.

      Take care, be safe,
      Deb

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  5. Happy Birthday Riley it was so nice to see you on your special day. Safe travels to you Deb and Riley as you enjoy your journey east.

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    1. Thank you George. (from Riley)
      It was great to see you folks again and a have a little sit down with you and Suzie.

      Take care, be safe,
      Deb

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  6. Looks like you had an impromptu Bloggerfest! Nice that you were able to get together and see everyone!

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    1. Thanks Jim. We met all of these folks last year (except Rob & Pat) and enjoyed their company a great deal. Getting to visit for a short time was a treat that Riley and I enjoyed.

      Take care, be safe,
      Deb

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  7. And a big Happy Birthday to Riley from the Bayfield Bunch....Kelly, Al and the Pheebs:))

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  8. Happy Birthday Riley!! Sounds like a wonderful day of visiting and just enjoying! Wow that's something that everyone is leaving so quickly. What's your trick to a good night's sleep?!

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    1. Thank you Shirley. (from Riley)
      It was a wonderful day of visiting and we enjoyed seeing these wonderful people again if even for a short time.
      I've found if I make the room extremely dark and put away whatever I'm doing the minute my eyes want to shut, then I'm good for the night if there is no loud noises outside. However as long as it's very dark even a slight waking won't keep me awake. I cover the window with a blanket and I've found a way to cover the skylight and I shut the bedroom door. It helps to darken the room very much. I'm not sure if it will work as well in a noisier environment but for the last few nights I'm very happy.

      Take care, be safe,
      Deb

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  9. Happy birthday Riley. May the coming year be an awesome year full of blessings! Elva Shannon

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    1. Thank you Miss Elva. I'm sure it will be pretty good, it's started off well.

      Take care, be safe,
      Riley

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  10. Happy birthday, Riley!! Have a great year.

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    1. Thanks very much Doug. We miss you and Yuma this year.

      Take care, be safe,
      Riley

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